Lawyer gives police 72-hour ultimatum to arrest Igbinedion school bullies
A viral video showing the brutal assault of a student at Igbinedion Education Centre, a private secondary school in Benin City, Edo State, has sparked public outrage, prompting senior lawyer Abdullahi Dania to issue a 72-hour ultimatum to the Nigeria Police Force to arrest and prosecute the perpetrators.
Champions League: Failing to beat Galatasaray would be catastrophic for Liverpool – Danny Murphy
Former Liverpool midfielder and club legend Danny Murphy has warned that elimination from the UEFA Champions League against Galatasaray tonight would spell disaster for Arne Slot and his time at the club.
Sanusi to lead Kano Sallah Durbar amid tight security measures
The Kano State Government has confirmed that the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, will lead the Eid-el-Fitr (Sallah) durbar in the state, amid heightened security concerns.
2027: Host communities urge parties to zone Rivers governorship to Ogoni
Community Development Committees (CDC) of oil and gas producing areas in the Niger Delta have called on political parties in Rivers State to cede their 2027 governorship tickets to candidates of Ogoni extraction.
Full list: Chelle drops Osimhen, Nwabali ahead of S/Eagles’ friendlies
Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has named captain Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi and Ademola Lookman among 23 players for the team’s friendlies against Iran and Jordan in Turkey.
Nigeria receives 11,520 doses of groundbreaking HIV prevention injection
Nigeria has taken a major step in its fight against HIV with the arrival of the first tranche of lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug expected to transform HIV prevention and accelerate progress toward eliminating the disease by 2030.
Fubara pays tribute to Uma Ukpai, describes late cleric’s impact as unmatched
Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has paid glowing tribute to late gospel preacher, Rev. (Dr) Uma Ukpai, describing his contributions to global evangelism and the Christian faith as unparalleled.
Tinubu’s UK visit to boost economy, secure £746m port deal — Lagos APC
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has said the official visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the United Kingdom will strengthen Nigeria’s economic prospects and facilitate a £746 million port financing agreement.
APC Crisis: Ex-Bauchi Gov, Yuguda, accuses Tinubu’s minister of sabotage
The internal rift within the Bauchi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress APC assumed a fresh twist on Wednesday as former Governor Isa Yuguda tackled the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, accusing him of sabotage.
20kg Cocaine Shipment: Court convicts 10 Filipino Sailors, vessel, imposes $6m fine
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has secured the conviction of 10 Filipino sailors and their merchant vessel, MV Nord Bosporus, over the importation of 20 kilograms of cocaine into Nigeria through the Apapa seaport in Lagos.
IGP Disu disburses N2.43bn to families of fallen police officers
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Wednesday presented cheques totaling over N2.43 billion to 1,075 next of kin and families of police officers who died in active service across the country.
Just in: CDS, COAS, DG NEMA relocate to Maiduguri after Tinubu’s directive
At the Air Force Base, the service chiefs were received by the theatre commander, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, and other top military brass at about 11am.
Photos: Tinubu, first lady welcomed by King Charles as UK visit begins
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday received a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle, marking the start of his state visit to the United Kingdom.
10 clubs that have produced the most Ballon d’Or winners
The dominance of certain football clubs in the Ballon d’Or race reflects their historical prestige and their ability to attract the world’s most elite talents.
Enzo Fernandez uncertain over Chelsea future after Champions League exit
Enzo Fernandez has suggested he could leave Chelsea at the end of the current season after the London club were knocked out of the Champions League.
Troops foil terrorist attack at Mallam Fatori, neutralise over 60
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI successfully repelled a coordinated infiltration attempt by ISWAP terrorists at Mallam Fatori in Abadam Local Government Area of Borno, killing no fewer than 60.
